Why Invasive Tadpoles Turned Cannibal | SciShow News

Why Invasive Tadpoles Turned Cannibal | SciShow News

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11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the invasive cane toads in Australia, highlighting their impact on local wildlife and their unique cannibalistic behavior. Researchers found that cane toad tadpoles in Australia consume their own species' eggs and larvae, a behavior not observed in their native South America. This may be due to competition and the presence of toxins in the eggs. The video then shifts to ALS, a disease affecting voluntary muscle movement. It explores a new method using brain-computer interfaces that allow ALS patients to communicate through auditory feedback, offering hope for improved communication despite the disease's progression.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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